Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy mac and cheese recipe. Rich and satisfying, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in or as a crowd-pleasing side at any gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound cavatappi shells
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk, any kind (I used 2%)
- 1¼ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
Roux:
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: In a large pot, cook noodles in boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Roux: In a medium pot, melt butter. Whisk in flour, salt, and pepper to form a roux.
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce: Slowly add milk and heavy cream to the roux, whisking until combined. Heat the mixture until it bubbles and thickens slightly.
- Add the Cheeses: Reduce heat, then add cheddar and Mozzarella cheeses. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Add the cooked pasta to the cheese mixture, toss to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be customized by adding spices like garlic powder, paprika, or onion powder for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
